Recording

Recording of a latent magnetic image

To know more, clic on the module removed from the recording bar on the chart above…

The recording of the latent image on the drum is achieved by the use of a number of recording modules (10 modules in earlier devices) mounted in parallel across the drum length. Altogether, these modules permit the recording of full width micro-lines of dots (3336 dots in 240 dots-per-inch earlier machines).

With third generation printer products, a higher density 480-dpi module was introduced (1997). While earlier modules relied on micro-mechanical manufacturing processes, the new HD module took full advantage of the batch processes offered by Silicon-based micro-electronics. Recording bars made of 18 HD modules offered capability for the printing of 8640-dot micro lines.

A very high density 600-dpi version was developed using similar technology and is currently used in fourth generation products (years 2000+).